Cat Creek Waterfall Hike
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The trail to Cat Creek Waterfall is a beautiful forested trail that is perfect for all abilities. It is a great stopping point in Kananaskis Country and a must-do along Highway 40.
Route Description for Cat Creek Waterfall Hike
The Cat Creek Waterfall trail begins in the parking area for the Cat Creek Recreation Area. Follow the signs and cross Highway 40. The trail is easy to follow and reaches the waterfall after 1.2 km and some rolling elevation. The trail features educational and interpretive signs along the route that are great for families. The waterfall is a medium-sized water feature at the end of the trail and is a great objective for a short trail.
Find other amazing hikes in Kananaskis Country
- Kananaskis - Smith Dorrien Trail: Chester Lake, Tent Ridge, Burstall Pass, West Wind Pass and Rummel Lake.
- Bragg Creek and Sheep River Provincial Park: Prairie Mountain, Powderface Ridge, Nihahi Ridge and ForgetMeNot Ridge.
- Kananaskis Trail: Troll Falls, Rawson Lake, Wasootch Ridge, Sarrail Ridge and Pocaterra Ridge.
Getting to the Cat Creek Waterfall Hike Trailhead
From Highway 40 at the Trans Canada Junction, travel southbound past Highwood Pass and continue on until you reach the Cat Creek Provincial Recreation Area. The trailhead is on the right side when you are driving south along Highway 40.
Route Information
When to do:
Reasonable start/end dates for route
Backcountry Campsites:
No
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Yes
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
Out and back
Cat Creek Waterfall Hike Elevation Graph
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